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November 12 open house to discuss Poweshiek County’s Diamond Lake restoration project

Diamond Lake restoration project open house Nov. 12 at 6 PM. Discussing 2026-2028 plans for dredging, shoreline, and fishery improvements.

November 4, 2025

A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.

Trout Fishing

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Trout stockings resume this week

Iowa DNR resumes trout stocking in ponds Nov. 4-14, including Ottumwa, Cedar Rapids, North Liberty, Mount Pleasant, Davenport, and Donnellson.

November 4, 2025

A man with a beard in long waders fishes for trout in a stream

Trout Fishing

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Fall fishing for Iowa’s prize trout

Fishing Iowa’s trout streams is a unique way to enjoy the cool fall weather and marvel at the amazing colors of Iowa’s prize trout.

November 4, 2025

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 10/30/2025

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

October 30, 2025

Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 10/30/2025

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

October 30, 2025

Water Quality Certifications

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DNR accepting public comment for water quality certification of permits

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public and stakeholder comments regarding Section 401 Water Quality Certification permits.

October 30, 2025

Pollution Prevention P2

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2026 P2 Intern Project requests now open

Project requests are currently being accepted from companies interested in participating in the Iowa DNR’s 2026 Pollution Prevention (P2) Intern Program.

October 30, 2025

Wildlife

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In the week leading up to Halloween, let's celebrate Bats!

Bat Week (Oct 24-31) celebrates our fascinating, valuable, and much-needed furry flying friends – but here at the DNR every week is bat week!

October 28, 2025

Wildlife - Trapping

Hunting

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Furbearer season preview

Iowa’s furbearer season begins November 1, and state wildlife experts say most species populations are in good shape.

October 28, 2025

Shooting Ranges

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Banner and Butch Olofson shooting ranges winter hours, holiday closures and discounted passes

Iowa DNR: Discounted 2026 annual passes for Banner & Butch Olofson shooting ranges now $40 off! Perfect gifts for outdoor enthusiasts.

October 28, 2025

Someone taking a practice shot at a range.

News Release

West Swan Lake emerges from restoration project in a great place

West Swan Lake doesn’t much resemble itself from 2019 – before the work began to improve the water quality on the 925-acre shallow lake.

October 28, 2025

West Swan Lake is part of a string of lakes and marshes stretching through the middle of Emmet County.

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 10/23/2025

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

October 23, 2025

Enforcement Actions

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DNR enforcement actions, published 10/23/2025

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

October 23, 2025

Forestry

News - Featured

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Fun ways to celebrate Iowa forests this fall

It's the perfect time in Iowa to appreciate our forests, witness the peak fall colors, tackle invasive plants, and let leaves benefit our wildlife.

October 21, 2025

Beautiful trees in fall colors along a river.

News - Featured

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Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing rivers and streams this fall 2025

Fall is a great time to catch fish in Iowa’s rivers. A unique angling challenge is hidden around every bend.

October 21, 2025

A fisherman with his line cast and a hazy morning mist.

News Releases

November 12 open house to discuss Poweshiek County’s Diamond Lake restoration project

Trout stockings resume this week

Fall fishing for Iowa’s prize trout

Air quality permits for review, published 10/30/2025

DNR enforcement actions, published 10/30/2025

DNR accepting public comment for water quality certification of permits

2026 P2 Intern Project requests now open

In the week leading up to Halloween, let's celebrate Bats!

Furbearer season preview

Banner and Butch Olofson shooting ranges winter hours, holiday closures and discounted passes

West Swan Lake emerges from restoration project in a great place

Air quality permits for review, published 10/23/2025

DNR enforcement actions, published 10/23/2025

Fun ways to celebrate Iowa forests this fall

Enjoy Iowa’s natural landscapes fishing rivers and streams this fall 2025

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